"Customizing one's stirrup angles is a great
development in riding technology. The MDC Intelligent
Stirrups® are very comfortable and I really like
the preset angles and the equal pressure they provide.
I would recommend these stirrups to anyone
at any level of riding."

"The MDC Stirrups reduce concussion and release
pressure throughout my entire leg. From ankles to
knees to hips, they are more comfortable and provide
a great base for competitive riding at all levels."

GUENTER SEIDEL

Three
Time Olympic Medalist

"These are the most comfortable stirrups I have
ever ridden in, it's like wearing your favorite shoes
all day long. They are the best stirrups I have ever
tried."

SUSAN
DUTTA

USET
I-1 National Champion • Reserve Pan Am Gold
Medal Team 2007

“I never gave my stirrups a thought until I
tried the MDC Intelligent Stirrup. Wow. The stirrup
is so comfortable and allows my leg to hang in the
ideal position without tension. It is a comfort to
know that I am riding in a stirrup that will not hang
up on my boot in the event of an unplanned dismount.
I have them on all my saddles now. I recommend the
stirrups to all of my students. This is one simple
change a rider can make to their equipment and notice
a dramatic improvement immediately”.

"The practical design of the MDC Stirrups allows
me to maintain a better position and balance. The
leathers stay comfortably fitted and the stirrups
remain perfectly positioned on the balls of my feet.
They are truly innovative and a pleasure to use."

SCHUYLER
RILEY

Winner
American Invitational • Winner Spruce Meadows
Chrysler Classic

"I love the stirrups!!! I thought you might like a
picture here from OPUS SEPT going down the Derby bank
at Spruce Meadows when he won the Chrysler Classic
this summer. I think the stirrups are fantastic. I
have not had any knee pain since I started using them.
I believe the stirrups allow for a much more direct
contact with the horse. The thigh knee and calf have
more even pressure so that less side torque makes
for no knee pain."

ERIC
LAMAZE

1999
Canadian Pan American Team - Bronze Medal •
2003 Canadian Pan American Team • 2007 Canadian
Pan American Team

"I love the movement of the MDC Stirrups, virtually
'clicking' my leg into the proper position. My feet
remain securely and properly placed in the stirrups.
The MDC Stirrups alleviate the pressure caused by
the concussion of landing from a jump, which has significanlty
reduced ankle, knee, and hip aggrevation."

SUSAN
WALKER

2004 USEF Junior Dressage Team
Championships

"I would like to say thank you for the brilliant
design of your stirrups. I am 16 years old and have
suffered from chronic knee pain since I was 14. At
one point, it was so bad that I was looking at taking
time off of riding to recover, because when I did
ride, I had to ride without stirrups and I couldn't
compete without them. This was unfortunately right
before the 2004 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships
(recognized by the USOC as a Junior Olympic Equestrian
Event) which I had qualified for. My trainer (Jennifer
Hoffmann) recommended that I try your stirrups, and
it made all the difference in the world!! I was finally
able to ride virtually pain-free, and I was able to
compete in the championships, where I won the team
gold medal and finished third individually. Since
then, I have put your stirrups on all of my saddles, and I won't ride in
anything else. Your stirrups saved my riding career!"

SUE
BLINKS

United States Olympic Team

"What a super design idea the MDC Stirrup
represents. Great comfort and a good looking safety
stirrup all in one. I love the extra comfort and security
of riding in my MDC Stirrups."

KIM
FREY

Winner
Devon Gold Cup and Capitol Challenge World Cup

"I am so pleased to have stirrups that are designed
for both comfort and function. Since I started using
my comfort stirrups I have felt that my stirrup irons
are perfectly placed on the balls of my feet. They
seem to stay in place better than any other stirrups
I’ve used. Thank you again for a great product!"

LAUREN
HOUGH

"The MDC Stirrups reduce the concussion in my
knees and ankles and allow a real sense of even pressure
throughout the leg. I really feel more secure in my
position as my stirrups are right where I want them.
Its just one more thing not to worry about as I get
ready for competition."

HORSE
& COUNTRY

Editor's
Choice Awards 2003

"We chose the MDC Intelligent Stirrups® because we believe that they increase the safety of Equestrian Sporting Products. In addition, it is apparent, that the rider would gain a competitive edge by being able to regain their stirrup quickly while on course"

"I want to thank you for the stirrups which
I've been using in earnest. I love them. They fit
perfectly with my concept of riding with "Fluidity"
allowing riders to truly mold their legs around their
horse and not have the stirrups interfere. We sell
products that we believe in to our loyal customers
via our companion company, Parelli Collection. Our
partners Letitia and Art Glen are interested to contact
you to investigate the possibility of retailing the
stirrup, so I gave them your web and email address.
We look forward to a mutually rewarding relationship"

LESLIE
MORSE

2005
World Cup, Las Vegas

"MDC Stirrups are the way of the future. They
allow me to use my leg in the proper way. Stirrups
with cutting edge technology."

BERNIE
TRAURIG

West
Coast Associate Chef d'Equipe US Olympic Team •
International Competitor in Show Jumping, Dressage
and Eventing

"Not only does this iron offer the correct,
logical angle for a competitive stirrup, it's weight
keeps the stirrup in the vicinity of the foot for
a quick retrieval as opposed to the lighter, plastic
models on the market today."

KEVIN
BABINGTON

Irish
Olympic Team

"I really like the stirrups because they keep
my leathers flat against the saddle and give my leg
a better position."

ARLENE
PAGE

"We had a good show last weekend with Wild One
winning both the Intermediaire II and Grand Prix in
the national show at the Palm Beach Dressage Derby.
I love the stirrups, Incredibly comfortable...that
little bit of shock absorbtion IS quite relaxing on
my leg and allows my leg to be longer. The safety
aspect is especially reassuring to me (a mother of
a 5 year old) without being an overt safety stirrup."

CHARLOTTE
BRENDAHL-BAKER

1992
Olymipc Bronze Medal • USEF “S”
Judge

"MDC stirrups are the absolute cutting edge
of stirrups. I love the way they are always in the
right position. I would highly recommend them to riders
at any level."

KRISTINA
HARRISON-NANESS

Pan American Games Gold Medalist
• Intermediaire I National Champion

"MDC stirrups are far and away the most comfortable
stirrups I've ever used! I've put them on all my saddles
and have recommended them to my students. I wouldn't
have thought that a stirrup could make such a difference,
but I'm convinced now."

TAMI
HOAG

Grand Prix Dressage Rider • New York
Times Bestselling Novelist

"Not only are the MDC stirrups smart-looking
and safety-conscious (two words seldom used in the
same sentence), they literally invite the leg to fall
into the correct position, and to stay there without
discomfort in the knee or ankle. I loved them from
the first moment I put my feet in them!"

JENNIFER
HOFFMAN

United States Equestrian Team Long List

"The MDC Stirrups have been a perfect match
for me and my horses. The pain relief in my hips and
knees has been amazing !! I never wanted to believe
that a stirrup could provide such comfort. I have
recommended both the MDC Ultimate and the MDC Comfort
S tirrup to all of my students, especially my Adult
Am. and my Jr./Young Riders. They too have all made
such tremendous improvements. I would like to thank
you so much, not only for myself but on behalf of
all of my students, for brining to us such an amazing
product which is truly priceless."

KATE TAYLOR-WHEAT

FEI Rider/Trainer/Member of the Australian National Dressage Squad

"I found the MDC Intelligent Stirrups fantastic from the first day I rode in them! Since using the stirrups, I have had no pain in my ankle that I injured two years ago; I highly recommend them."

CALLAN
SOLEM

Multiple
Grand Prix Winner

"MDC Intelligent stirrups are the only stirrups
that I can ride and jump in all day without having
the distraction of sore knees and ankles. The rotating
top provides a variety of positions so that you can
be comfortable on any horse in any discipline!"

METTE
ROSENCRANTZ

"Finally a stirrup that works! Your foot and
your leg fall into place! Simply the best!"

ODED SHIMONI

Dressage trainer, Oded Shimoni is a veteran International dressage competitor including competing at two World Equestrian Games and the European Championships. He qualified two horses for the Olympics and trains top competitors in the U.S.

“The very first time I rode in an MDC Stirrup, I noticed the difference. The stirrup design removes the pressure from the lower leg. You can forget about leg and knee pressure and concentrate solely on riding. And the added safety feature makes this stirrup the truly “intelligent” choice”.

“I am personally a huge fan of the MDC Intelligent
Stirrups. They offer unparalleled comfort and allow
for the closest possible contact with the horse. I
recommend them for all my students to help improve
their leg position and contact while riding. They
eliminate pressure on your ankles to aid in developing
a deeper more effective seat and leg.”

CAROL
PLOUGH

"I have ridden in the MDC stirrups for a week.
I must say that they are very comfortable! I noticed
the comfort the first time I used them but I was reserving
judgment to be sure I was not imagining the change.
I have (like all riders) some pain on the inside of
my knee ligaments, this has been eliminated by use
of your stirrups. I am sold ! I have recommended them
to my students. I would like to put them on all my
other saddles (4) . I would be happy to recommend
your stirrups and be included in your list of riders
who endorse them." The MDC Corporation
wishes to acknowledge the loss of a great equestrian
and friend. Carol was a well respected Dressage rider
and USEF Judge was one of the first endorsers of the
MDC Intelligent Stirrup®.

JESSICA JAHIEL

Author • Clinician • Lecturer

"I work primarily with adult riders, most of
whom have some physical pain and limitations due to
illness or injury. For many riders with painful feet,
ankles, knees, hips, or backs, these stirrups can
help riding become a joy again instead of a source
of frustration and pain. These stirrups help the horses
as well, because the riders' increased comfort and
relaxation are invariably reflected in the horses'
increased relaxation and improved way of going. Thank
you on behalf of many, many riders - the MDC Ultimate
Stirrups® represent a quantum leap in rider
comfort, security, support, and safety."

PETER
GRAY

Two
Time Olympian • Canadian Three Day Event Team
Coach

"These stirrups are an amazing innovation! Safety to an eventer is all important and being able to regain a stirrup immediately & effortlessly on course is priceless ... not to mention they are comfortable, shock absorbing and actually keep my heels down!"

"I love MDC Stirrups! They are truly unique
and a welcome addition to my equipment. I have them
preset at 45 degrees which eliminates nearly all the
pressure across my shin from the leathers. The stirrups
offer me the freedom to use my aids comfortably and
effectively. Thank you!!"

WILL
COLEMAN

2004 Young Rider of the Year

"For eventing, as in any equestrian discipline,
sound technique and balance breed good performance
for all three phases. With the MDC Line of rotating
stirrups, I am able to move efficiently, maintain
an effective leg position and the correct rider balance
whether I am riding dressage, show jumping or galloping
cross country. The solid base of support and technical
improvements which I feel in these stirrups have convinced
me that they are, without a doubt, the most advanced
stirrups on the market today."

WILL
FAUDREE

2003
Pan American Gold Medalist • 2004 Olympic Traveling
Reserve

"Anything that helps me with feeling more secure in my position is a must in my program. And these stirrups are a must! Thank you for everything."

JESSICA HEIDEMANN

"We chose the MDC Intelligent Stirrups®
because we believe that they increase the safety of
Equestrian Sporting Products. In addition, it is apparent,
that the rider would gain a competitive edge by being
able to regain their stirrup quickly while on course"

MARK WATRING

Two-Time Olympian and 2003 Pan American Gold Medalist

"The Stirrups are great; I know I can depend on them. It's one less thing to worry about in the ring."

JJ
TATE

USDF
Gold Medalist in Dressage

"MDC Stirrups are very comfortable. I love the
fact that they turn to fit your own personal style.
I got tired of always having to train my stirrup leathers;
with the MDC stirrups I only have to turn the adjustable
top. They allow my leg to hang down in a nice position.
Thanks MDC!!"

Suzanne
Dansby-Phelps

USDF
Gold Medalist

" I wish I had discovered the MDC Stirrups a
long time ago! My knees were constantly hurting. With
the “click and set” swivel system, a rider
has the option of turning the stirrups so their legs
are placed at a natural angle. This relieves stress
on the joints and the added feature of the “flex”
stirrups helps in absorbing the stress placed on the
ankle."

"I love the MDC stirrups. There is less stress
on my lower back and joints. They
allow the leg to gently fall into the right position
while reducing tension on the ankles and knees. And
the safety factor is a real plus. I highly recommend
these stirrups."

CHRISTINE
RIVLIN-HENKE

USDF
Bronze, Silver and Gold Medal Dressage Rider

"I love them! I have an old injury..a broken
left ankle with many pins and plates and limitied
rotation movement in it. So, with these stirrups,
adjusted at the 45 degree angle, I have no trouble
picking up the stirrup AND they are really great on
my knees."

PRACTICAL HORSEMAN

Practical
Horseman - February 2005

MDC is proud to have their line of Intelligent
Stirrups captured on the cover of Practical Horseman.